Marlin Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Marlin Club Lake Dam, located in Falls County, Texas, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Constructed in 1920, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Bean Branch river and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking leisure activities like fishing and boating.

Despite its historical significance, recent assessments have deemed the condition of Marlin Club Lake Dam as unsatisfactory, with a moderate risk rating. The dam's last inspection in June 2016 revealed structural issues dating back to a 1981 modification. With an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates, the dam poses potential hazards that warrant attention from regulatory agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Marlin Club Lake Dam presents a case study in the intersection of recreational infrastructure and environmental stewardship. As stakeholders work towards addressing maintenance needs and risk management measures, the future of this beloved landmark hinges on collaborative efforts to preserve its functionality and safety for generations to come.

Years Modified

1981 - Structural

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BEAN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

24

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

0.72

Nid Storage

330

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.